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with Trisha Dixon 09–21 June 2019 (13 days) GARDEN DISCOVERIES 2019 Ionian Odyssey LANDSCAPES, LITERATURE AND GARDENS OF THE IONIAN ISLANDS

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with Trisha Dixon09–21 June 2019 (13 days)

GARDEN DISCOVERIES 2019

Ionian OdysseyLANDSCAPES, LITERATURE AND GARDENS OF THE IONIAN ISLANDS

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Embark on a journey with landscape photographer Trisha Dixon to the Ionian islands of Kefalonia, Ithaca, Paxos and Corfu, which abound with elegant gardens, stunning landscapes, historic castles and aristocratic villas.

In Kefalonia, visit a selection of private gardens and admire the crumbling remains of Venetian castles. On Ithaca, see the landscapes that inspired Homer and his modern Greek successor, the poet Constantine Cavafy.

Then continue to Corfu, Venice’s Mediaeval stronghold against the Ottomans. Later, British dominion added another layer to the local culture, and the result is an island that boasts exquisite villas, charming landscape gardens and impressive Venetian fortresses. Visit a selection of public and private gardens and spend time exploring the natural wilderness of Paxos.

Ionian OdysseyLANDSCAPES, LITERATURE AND GARDENS OF THE IONIAN ISLANDS

At a glance:• Explore Kefalonia, an island of lush forests and dramatic cliffs, and Ithaca, home

of Odysseus and muse of Cavafy

• Spend five days on Corfu, visiting private gardens, stunning villas and proud fortresses from the island’s period under Venetian rule

• Visit Paxos, a true hidden gem of the Ionian Sea

• Immerse yourself in Ionian culture in the islands’ winding lanes, walled gardens and relaxed tavernas serving fresh seafood cuisine

TOUR LEADER

Trisha Dixon is a writer and photographer with a passion for landscape, literature, music, art, architecture, design and history. She has been travelling regularly to Greece over the last nine years and has led a number of tours there. Trisha is a published author who is currently writing a book for the National Library of Australia. Her research into the life and designs of Edna Walling, together with her interest in design and photography, have resulted in a number of books, editing and contributing to journals, lecturing throughout Australia and abroad and running photographic workshops.

“Trisha had excellent local knowledge, she was friendly, professional and great fun.”

Ann E. | Autumn on Monaro 2018

“Trisha was very knowledgeable and at all times helpful.”

Wendy L. | Autumn on Monaro 2018

Note: At time of publication (October 2018), most but not all garden visits were confirmed. Private owners, in particular, are reluctant to commit more than two to three months prior to the visit. Therefore, while we undertake to operate the tour as published, there may be some changes to the itinerary.

Map is a guide only

Land

Flight

Athens

Ferry

Antipaxos

CorfuPaxos

IthacaKefalonia

GREECE

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Argostoli, Kefalonia © Trisha Dixon

Typical Ionian Island house and garden, Kefalonia © Trisha Dixon

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Port of Fiskardo © Trisha DixonCastle of Saint George, Kefalonia

Saturday 08 June 2019 Depart Australia/New Zealand

Depart Australia or New Zealand in the evening on suggested Qatar Airways flights to Athens via Doha. Renaissance Tours or your travel agent can assist you with your flights and other travel arrangements.

Sat 09 Jun Arrive Athens Arrive in Athens in the early afternoon on suggested flights and make your way to the hotel for check-in.

At 17:30 join Trisha and fellow travellers for a welcome briefing followed by a special welcome dinner. D

Mon 10 Jun Athens – Kefalonia In the morning, check out of the hotel and transfer to Athens Airport for a flight to Kefalonia (flight included in tour price).

On arrival in Kefalonia, the largest of the Ionian Islands, transfer to the hotel in Fiskardo, our base for the next three nights. Enjoy some time at leisure before dinner. B D

Tue 11 Jun Kefalonia Travel south to the capital city of Kefalonia, Argostoli, set alongside a deep bay. Visit the Argostoli Botanical Garden, which presents wild and endemic species of the Ionian Islands in a natural setting.

After lunch, discover the Monastery of St Andreas, founded during the Byzantine era, and visit its ecclesiastical museum including a large collection of frescos and panel icons.

Continue to the Venetian Castle of Saint George standing on a hilltop. Originally built by the Byzantines in the 12th century and largely improved by the Venetians in later centuries, the castle was the capital of Kefalonia until 1757, before it was transferred to present-day Argostoli. B L

Wed 12 Jun Kefalonia (Ithaca)Today, journey by ferry to the island of Ithaca, steeped in myth and history. Famous as the home of Odysseus, the island of Ithaca – and particularly the journey to the island as a metaphor for the

struggles of life – inspired Homer in the 8th century BC and his modern Greek successor, the early 20th century poet Constantine Cavafy who is considered to have revived the tradition of Greek poetry.

Explore the island, visiting the Homeric sites and enjoying astonishing scenery such as beautiful beaches with clear blue water, lush green valleys and quaint mountain villages. Return to Kefalonia in the afternoon. B L

Thu 13 Jun Kefalonia This morning, visit the picturesque port of Fiskardo with two-storey houses painted in traditional pastel colours with dark red tiled rooftops.

After lunch at a local restaurant, discover Dafnoudi Cove, a small hidden rocky beach with crystal clear waters. B L

Fri 14 Jun Kefalonia – Paxos Check out of the hotel in the early morning and transfer to Kefalonia Airport for a flight to Corfu (flight included in tour price). On arrival in Corfu, transfer by boat to the untamed island of Paxos, covered in tall olive trees.

Arrive at the hotel and enjoy some time at leisure. Dinner tonight is at the hotel. B D

Sat 15 Jun Paxos Today, explore the small island of Paxos by private boat and discover this true hidden gem of the Ionian Sea, stopping at different coves to swim in its clear water. Lunch is on board.

Continue to the tiny neighbouring island of Antipaxos, so named because it lies ‘opposite Paxos’. Return to Paxos port in the late afternoon. B L

Sun 16 Jun Paxos – Corfu Check out of the hotel and visit Paxos Museum, located in the charming port town of Gaios and learn about the history of the island. Then, enjoy stunning views of the island during an orientation

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Ithaca

Traditional taverna with octopus drying in the sun

Mon Repos Palace, Corfu © Marc Ryckaert (MJJR)/WikimediaCC

tour by coach, stopping along the way in picturesque villages and traditional olive presses.

In the afternoon, transfer by boat to Corfu and check in to the hotel, our base for the next five nights. Dinner tonight is at a local restaurant. B D

Mon 17 Jun Corfu This morning, discover the Old Town of Corfu. Located in a strategic position at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea, the Old Town was built between two ancient fortresses and remains a fine example of Venetian and Byzantine art with elegant mansions and imposing buildings.

Then, depart for Gastouri and enjoy a private garden visit followed by lunch. Here, our host, a garden writer, will reveal the secrets of gardening in a Mediterranean climate. Enjoy some time at leisure to continue your exploration of the extensive property at your own pace. B L

Tue 18 Jun Corfu Travel to the north of the island and visit a private garden before enjoying lunch in a traditional beachside taverna near Kalami.

In the afternoon, enjoy some time at leisure to swim at Kalami Beach and see the house of mid-20th century British expatriate authors Gerald and Lawrence Durrell.

Return to Corfu town in the late afternoon. B L

Wed 19 Jun Corfu This morning, visit a selection of private gardens before travelling to Pelekas. In Pelekas, discover another lovely property on an exclusive garden tour by our friendly local host before enjoying some sunset drinks at her home.

Dinner tonight is at a local taverna. B D

Thu 20 Jun Corfu Discover Mon Repos Palace standing on Analipsis Hill, where the ancient town of Corfu was located. Built in 1826 by the British

Commissioner Frederic Adams, this grand palace is surrounded by a magnificent garden of approximately 100 hectares and was the birthplace of Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh – who is still affectionately known in his adopted British homeland as ‘Phil the Greek’.

Then, travel south to the village of Boukari and celebrate the conclusion of the tour with a special farewell lunch with Trisha and fellow travellers. After some time at leisure in Boukari, return to Corfu town. B L

Fri 21 Jun Depart CorfuTour arrangements conclude after breakfast.

Make your way to Corfu Airport for suggested morning flights to Athens, connecting with suggested Qatar Airways flights to Australia or New Zealand via Doha. Renaissance Tours or your travel agent can assist you with your flights and other travel arrangements, including any additional nights’ accommodation, either before or after the tour. B

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Tour pricesPer person, twin-share AUD 10,950

Single supplement* AUD 2,450

Deposit per person (at time of booking) AUD 1,000

Final payment due 10 April 2019

*Single travellers may request to share. Please advise at time of booking.

Tour code GD1908

Fitness level Above Moderate*

Please see Terms & Conditions for fitness level definitions.

Suggested airline Qatar Airways

Please contact Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for current airfares and flight reservations.

Visa Australian and New Zealand passport holders do not require a visa to visit Greece.

Tour price includes• Accommodation in 4-star superior and 5-star hotels (or

best available) with breakfast daily ( B ) • Meals as per itinerary ( L =Lunch, D =Dinner), including

wine with dinners• Economy Class flights from Athens to Kefalonia and from

Kefalonia to Paxos (20kg included luggage allowance)• Talks and discussions with your tour leader, Trisha Dixon• Comprehensive sightseeing, including local guides and

entrance fees as per itinerary • Transportation throughout on comfortable air-conditioned

coaches• Gratuities for local guides and drivers• Hotel porterage (one piece per person)

*Please note that a good level of fitness is required for this tour. The tour involves walking long distances, sometimes up and down steep inclines.

View from Pelekas, Corfu

The port of Gaios, Paxos

Tour price does not include• International airfares (please contact Renaissance Tours

or your travel agent for assistance)• Airport/hotel transfers on arrival and departure• Flight from Corfu to Athens on tour departure• Items of a personal nature (e.g. telephone, laundry,

mini-bar, taxis etc.)• Airport porterage• Travel insurance (a condition of travel; please contact

Renaissance Tours or your travel agent for assistance)

Your hotelsAthens – Hilton Athens

Kefalonia – Emelisse Hotel

Paxos – Paxos Beach Hotel+

Corfu – Corfu Palace+

NB. Hotels of a similar standard may be substituted

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Terms & Conditions1. BOOKINGSBookings can be made in person at our office, by telephone, or in writing by mail, email or fax.

A non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking and in order to confirm your place on the tour. Please refer to the specific tour for the deposit amount required. You will also be required to complete, sign and return a Booking Form available from Renaissance Tours together with a photocopy of the information page (photo page) of your valid passport.

2. TOUR PRICESPrices quoted in our tour information brochures and/or on our website are based on exchange rates, cost of services and applicable taxes at the time of publication.

Prices may be subject to change in the event of significant currency fluctuations and/or the introduction of new taxes, up until final payment is received. We will advise you at the earliest opportunity in the event of a price increase, whether because of a currency fluctuation, increase in taxes and/or a correction in advertised prices. You will then have the option of accepting the amended prices, inclusions and booking conditions or withdrawing from the tour and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. Once final payment is received, all prices will be guaranteed and no surcharges will apply.

3. PAYMENTA deposit is due at the time of booking and is non-refundable in the event of your cancellation. This deposit is used to pay for hotels, performance tickets and other land arrangements to be made on your behalf.

Your final payment is due 60 days before the tour’s departure. Failure to make your final payment by the due date may result in the cancellation of your booking and loss of any payments made to date. We reserve the right to charge a late payment fee in the event of late booking and/or payment to cover additional communication and other expenses.

For tours that include international flights in the tour price, payment of the international airfare component is due 120 days before departure.

Payment by cheque, direct deposit, American Express, MasterCard and Visa is accepted. A 1.5% service charge applies to payments made by MasterCard and Visa. A 3% service charge applies to payment made by American Express.

4. FLIGHT BOOKINGS & FARESRenaissance Tours will use its best endeavours to ensure that all flight prices are correct at the time that they are quoted. However, once a deposit is paid on an airfare, it guarantees that a booking is being held for you, however it does not guarantee the fare and applicable taxes. The fare and taxes can only be guaranteed when the flight booking has been paid in full and a ticket has been issued. Flight bookings cannot be transferred.

5. CHANGESa) Changes by You – Because of additional communication and other expenses, we reserve the right to charge an appropriate administration fee per amendment to your original booking. While every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate changes and additional requests, their availability cannot be guaranteed.

b) Changes by Us – While we will use our best endeavours to operate all tours as advertised, by entering into this contract the Client accepts that it may prove necessary or advisable to vary or modify a tour or its contents due to prevailing local conditions. We reserve the right at any time to cancel or change any of the facilities, services or prices described in the brochure (including flights, transport, accommodation or other arrangements) and to substitute alternative arrangements of comparable monetary value without compensation.

If a service or facility becomes unavailable due to circumstances beyond our control (‘force majeure’) and no alternative arrangement of comparable monetary value is available, we will substitute the best alternative available and will refund the Client for any cost saving or charge the Client for any additional costs incurred. ‘Force majeure’ includes any event which Renaissance Tours or its suppliers could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid (e.g. advice against travel from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), war, threat of war, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, epidemics, health risks, terrorist activity, natural or nuclear disaster, fire or adverse weather conditions, technical or maintenance problems with transport, changes imposed by cancellation or rescheduling of flights by an airline or main charterer, the alteration of airline or aircraft type). Renaissance Tours is not liable for any penalty charges associated with ‘supersaver’-type connecting rail or air fares in the

event of a change to a holiday departure time, date or airport.

6. SUBSTITUTION OF CLIENTIf any member of the party is prevented from travelling because of the death, injury or serious illness of the passenger, close relative or friend, redundancy or jury service, it may be possible to transfer the booking to another suitable person (acceptable to Renaissance Tours) provided that written notice is given at least one calendar month prior to departure. An administration fee of $100 + GST per person will be levied plus any costs imposed by our suppliers. Airlines may impose up to 100% cancellation charges.

7. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDSa) Cancellation by You – Cancellation charges will be applied as shown below, calculated from the day written notification is received by Renaissance Tours. In addition to the charges shown below, airlines may impose up to 100% cancellation charges.

60 days or more Forfeit of deposit*59 – 30 days 50% of tour price*Less than 30 days 100% of tour price*

*Includes any flight deposit/payment

The above cancellation charges include applicable GST.

In addition to the above cancellation charges, the full insurance premium together with any existing administration fees is also payable in the event of a cancellation by the Client. If the reason for cancellation is covered by the insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges.

b) Cancellation by Us – We reserve the right to cancel a tour for any reason (such as failure to reach minimum tour participant numbers). Except for force majeure (as outlined in clause 4b) or the Client’s failure to pay the final balance, we will endeavour not to cancel a tour less than 60 days before departure for international tours and 45 days before departure for domestic tours. Unless the Client fails to pay the final balance, we will return all monies paid, excluding payment for travel insurance and administration fees. No compensation will be paid in the event of cancellation by Renaissance Tours. A full refund of monies paid for tour costs will be the full extent of our liability. Airlines may impose up to 100% cancellation charges.

8. PASSPORTS, VISAS AND VACCINATIONSIt is your responsibility to be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months after the date of your return home. You are also responsible for obtaining all necessary visas, inoculations and preventative medicines as may be required for the duration of the tour. Information about these matters or related items is given in good faith but without responsibility on the part of Renaissance Tours.

9. TRAVEL INSURANCEIt is highly recommended that you are covered by comprehensive travel insurance for domestic tours. However, it is a condition of travel that you are covered by comprehensive travel insurance for international tours. It is strongly recommended that you secure this insurance cover as soon as you have made a booking and have made a non-refundable payment. You can make your own arrangements or your travel insurance can be arranged by Renaissance Tours. In either case all participants must provide the following information no later than 60 days prior to commencement of travel:• a copy of your travel insurance policy (or details of

master policy)• the emergency telephone number of your insurance

company• next of kin emergency contact

10. FITNESS TO PARTICIPATEMost of our tours require a MODERATE level of fitness. However, in certain destinations, or in certain seasons, or because of the nature of travel, certain tours will require an ABOVE MODERATE or CHALLENGING level of fitness. For the overall benefit of the group, at the time of booking we will require you to declare in writing that you are fit to participate in your chosen tour according to the level of fitness required for that tour. If you (or we) have any doubts about your level of fitness, you may be required to undergo a doctor’s appraisal. This would require your doctor to read the itinerary of your chosen tour, including the fitness level, and provide you (and us) with a written confirmation of your ability to participate. If we remain unsure of your suitability to travel, we reserve the right to refuse admission to the tour. Furthermore, if, after the tour has begun, it becomes apparent that you are unfit to travel on the tour, we reserve the right to invite you to withdraw from the tour at the earliest opportunity to do so. No refund will be provided.

MODERATETour members must be able to:• negotiate airports and railway stations without

wheelchair assistance• use combined shower/bath facilities (it is impossible to

guarantee walk-in shower facilities)• undertake walking tours of 1-2 hours duration,

including using stairs, walking over cobblestones and other uneven surfaces

• stand for long periods in museums and other sites• embark / disembark coaches, trains and other methods

of transportation without assistance• handle your own luggage

ABOVE MODERATEIn addition to the above, tour members must also be able to:• undertake walking tours of 2-3 hours• climb staircases of 100 or more steps

CHALLENGING*In addition to the above, tour members must also be able to:• handle extremes of temperature (e.g. below 0 or above

35 degrees)• handle extremes of altitudes (e.g. 4000 metres and

above)*Please also read specific details in the relevant tour itinerary

11. ILLNESS OR DISABILITYAnyone suffering from illness or disability or undergoing treatment for any physical or medical condition must declare the true nature of that condition at the time of booking and make arrangements for the provision of any medication or other treatment which may be required during the tour. Failure to make such disclosure will constitute a breach of these booking conditions and result in such persons being excluded from the tour in which case all monies paid will be forfeited.

12. LOCAL LAWSAll participants of the tours we operate are expected to obey the laws and regulations of the countries visited and any failure to do so will relieve Renaissance Tours of all obligations that they may otherwise have under these booking conditions.

13. IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINTIf you have a complaint about any of the tour arrangements, you must bring it to the attention of the tour leader or other representative of Renaissance Tours at the time so that they may use their best endeavours to rectify the situation. It is only if we are made aware of any problems that there will be the opportunity to put things right. Any complaints must be made in writing to Renaissance Tours within 28 days of the completion of the tour.

14. OUR RESPONSIBILITIESAll bookings are accepted on the understanding that the Client appreciates that travel does involve some risk and that they undertake all tours of their own volition.

i) Renaissance Tours accepts liability should any part of the tour arrangements booked with us not be supplied as described in the brochure(s) and not be of reasonable standard. In such a case, we will pay reasonable compensation if the Client’s enjoyment of the tour has been adversely affected but will pay no compensation if there has been no fault on the part of Renaissance Tours or our suppliers and the reason for the failure in the tour arrangements was the Client’s fault, the actions of someone unconnected with the tour arrangements or could not have been foreseen or avoided by Renaissance Tours or its suppliers even if all due care had been exercised.

ii) Our acceptance of liability to pay compensation pursuant to clause 11(i) is limited, in the case of air travel, rail travel, sea travel or hotel accommodation, to the amount set out in the provisions of, respectively, the Warsaw Convention as amended by the Hague Protocol 1955, the 1961 Berne Convention, the 1974 Athens Convention and the 1962 Paris Convention.

iii) Our acceptance of liability in clauses 11(i) and 11(ii) above is subject to assignment by the Client to Renaissance Tours of the Client’s rights against any agent, supplier or sub-contractor of Renaissance Tours which is in any way responsible for the unsatisfactory tour arrangements.

Renaissance Tours reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions from time to time, without notice.

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GARDEN DISCOVERIES 2019

Brochure effective 12 October 2018

Travel agent 1300 727 095 (AU) 0800 403 621 (NZ) call (+61 2) 9299 5801 fax (+61 2) 9299 5805 email [email protected] visit renaissancetours.com.au

Level 4, 47 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000 GPO Box 5068, Sydney NSW 2001 ABN 14 069 591 448

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• Please complete, sign and return this Booking Form, along with a copy of page one of your passport (international tours only) and deposit. NOTE: Flight bookings cannot proceed without passport copy. This is an airline security requirement.

• Complete credit card authority (if paying by credit card) OR forward a (deposit) cheque (made payable to Renaissance Tours).

• Upon receipt of your Booking Form and deposit, you will receive confirmation of your place on the tour(s) from Renaissance Tours.

Tour name Tour code

Personal details – Passenger 1 Personal details – Passenger 2

Booking form Page 1 of 3

Title (Ms, Mrs, Mr, Dr or Other) Hon Family name (as in passport)

Given names (as in passport)

Preferred name DOB

Email

Mobile

Phone

Address

State Postcode

Country

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS / ALLERGIES Yes No

MEDICAL DECLARATION What medical conditions do you currently have and/or have you received treatment for in the past three years? (e.g. stroke, heart, respiratory and psychiatric conditions). Attach extra pages, if necessary. The purpose of seeking this information is to assist Renaissance Tours in determining the suitability of a tour participant for a particular tour. The information will be treated in the strictest confidence.

FITNESS TO PARTICIPATE DECLARATION (Please tick)

I have read, understood and confirm that I meet the:

MODERATE ABOVE MODERATE CHALLENGING fitness level to participate on this tour.

Booking Terms & Conditions

I have read, understood and accept the Terms & Conditions on page 3. I have enclosed the deposit and understand that the balance of the tour cost must be paid at least 60 days prior to departure or my reservation may be cancelled.

Sign here

Title (Ms, Mrs, Mr, Dr or Other) Hon Family name (as in passport)

Given names (as in passport)

Preferred name DOB

Email

Mobile

Phone

Address

State Postcode

Country

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS / ALLERGIES Yes No

MEDICAL DECLARATION What medical conditions do you currently have and/or have you received treatment for in the past three years? (e.g. stroke, heart, respiratory and psychiatric conditions). Attach extra pages, if necessary. The purpose of seeking this information is to assist Renaissance Tours in determining the suitability of a tour participant for a particular tour. The information will be treated in the strictest confidence.

FITNESS TO PARTICIPATE DECLARATION (Please tick)

I have read, understood and confirm that I meet the:

MODERATE ABOVE MODERATE CHALLENGING fitness level to participate on this tour.

Booking Terms & Conditions

I have read, understood and accept the Terms & Conditions on page 3. I have enclosed the deposit and understand that the balance of the tour cost must be paid at least 60 days prior to departure or my reservation may be cancelled.

Sign here

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Travel details – Passenger 1 Travel details – Passenger 2 (only fill if different from Pax 1)

Payment

Booking form Page 2 of 3

AIRFARE – WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE A QUOTE FROM US?

Yes No

Economy Premium Economy Business Class First Class

CITY OF DEPARTURE

Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Perth Other

FREQUENT FLYER NUMBER AIRLINE SEAT PREFERENCE

ACCOMMODATION

Double Twin Single If single, would you like us to arrange twin-share?

TRAVEL INSURANCE – WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE A QUOTE?

Yes No

PRE/POST TOUR ARRANGEMENTS Please advise if you would like Renaissance Tours to organise any pre/post tour arrangements (e.g. earlier departure, later return, additional accommodation/flights, etc)

NEXT OF KIN (Emergency contact only)

Name

Relationship

Daytime contact ( )

After hours contact

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS TOUR?

DO YOU WANT TO RECEIVE OUR E-NEWSLETTER? Yes No

AIRFARE – WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE A QUOTE FROM US?

Yes No

Economy Premium Economy Business Class First Class

CITY OF DEPARTURE

Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Perth Other

FREQUENT FLYER NUMBER AIRLINE SEAT PREFERENCE

ACCOMMODATION

Double Twin Single If single, would you like us to arrange twin-share?

TRAVEL INSURANCE – WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE A QUOTE?

Yes No

PRE/POST TOUR ARRANGEMENTS Please advise if you would like Renaissance Tours to organise any pre/post tour arrangements (e.g. earlier departure, later return, additional accommodation/flights, etc)

NEXT OF KIN (Emergency contact only)

Name

Relationship

Daytime contact ( )

After hours contact

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS TOUR?

DO YOU WANT TO RECEIVE OUR E-NEWSLETTER? Yes No

Payment by cheque, direct deposit, American Express, MasterCard and Visa is accepted. 1.5% service charge applies to payment made by MasterCard and Visa. 3% service charge applies to payment made by American Express.

Travel agent

AMOUNT CREDIT CARD CHEQUE EFT

CREDIT CARD AUTHORITY

Cardholder’s name

American Express MasterCard Visa

Cardholder’s number Expiry (month/year)

/

SIGN DATE

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1. BOOKINGSBookings can be made in person at our office, by telephone, or in writing by mail, email or fax. A non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking and in order to confirm your place on the tour. Please refer to the specific tour for the deposit amount required. You will also be required to complete, sign and return a Booking Form available from Renaissance Tours together with a photocopy of the information page (photo page) of your valid passport. 2. TOUR PRICESPrices quoted in our tour information brochures and/or on our website are based on exchange rates, cost of services and applicable taxes at the time of publication.Prices may be subject to change in the event of significant currency fluctuations and/or the introduction of new taxes, up until final payment is received. We will advise you at the earliest opportunity in the event of a price increase, whether because of a currency fluctuation, increase in taxes and/or a correction in advertised prices. You will then have the option of accepting the amended prices, inclusions and booking conditions or withdrawing from the tour and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. Once final payment is received, all prices will be guaranteed and no surcharges will apply.3. PAYMENTA deposit is due at the time of booking and is non-refundable in the event of your cancellation. This deposit is used to pay for hotels, performance tickets and other land arrangements to be made on your behalf.Your final payment is due 60 days before the tour’s departure. Failure to make your final payment by the due date may result in the cancellation of your booking and loss of any payments made to date. We reserve the right to charge a late payment fee in the event of late booking and/or payment to cover additional communication and other expenses.For tours that include international flights in the tour price, payment of the international airfare component is due 120 days before departure.Payment by cheque, direct deposit, American Express, MasterCard and Visa is accepted. A 1.5% service charge applies to payments made by MasterCard and Visa. A 3% service charge applies to payment made by American Express. 4. FLIGHT BOOKINGS & FARESRenaissance Tours will use its best endeavours to ensure that all flight prices are correct at the time that they are quoted. However, once a deposit is paid on an airfare, it guarantees that a booking is being held for you, however it does not guarantee the fare and applicable taxes. The fare and taxes can only be guaranteed when the flight booking has been paid in full and a ticket has been issued. Flight bookings cannot be transferred.5. CHANGESa) Changes by You – Because of additional communication and other expenses, we reserve the right to charge an appropriate administration fee per amendment to your original booking. While every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate changes and additional requests, their availability cannot be guaranteed.b) Changes by Us – While we will use our best endeavours to operate all tours as advertised, by entering into this contract the Client accepts that it may prove necessary or advisable to vary or modify a tour or its contents due to prevailing local conditions. We reserve the right at any time to cancel or change any of the facilities, services or prices described in the brochure (including flights, transport, accommodation or other arrangements) and to substitute alternative arrangements of comparable monetary value without compensation.

If a service or facility becomes unavailable due to circumstances beyond our control (‘force majeure’) and no alternative arrangement of comparable monetary value is available, we will substitute the best alternative available and will refund the Client for any cost saving or charge the Client for any additional costs incurred. ‘Force majeure’ includes any event which Renaissance Tours or its suppliers could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid (e.g. advice against travel from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), war, threat of war, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, epidemics, health risks, terrorist activity, natural or nuclear disaster, fire or adverse weather conditions, technical or maintenance problems with transport, changes imposed by cancellation or rescheduling of flights by an airline or main charterer, the alteration of airline or aircraft type). Renaissance Tours is not liable for any penalty charges associated with ‘supersaver’-type connecting rail or air fares in the event of a change to a holiday departure time, date or airport.6. SUBSTITUTION OF CLIENTIf any member of the party is prevented from travelling because of the death, injury or serious illness of the passenger, close relative or friend, redundancy or jury service, it may be possible to transfer the booking to another suitable person (acceptable to Renaissance Tours) provided that written notice is given at least one calendar month prior to departure. An administration fee of $100 + GST per person will be levied plus any costs imposed by our suppliers. Airlines may impose up to 100% cancellation charges.

7. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDSa) Cancellation by You – Cancellation charges will be applied as shown below, calculated from the day written notification is received by Renaissance Tours. In addition to the charges shown below, airlines may impose up to 100% cancellation charges.60 days or more Forfeit of deposit*59 – 30 days 50% of tour price*Less than 30 days 100% of tour price**Includes any flight deposit/paymentThe above cancellation charges include applicable GST.

In addition to the above cancellation charges, the full insurance premium together with any existing administration fees is also payable in the event of a cancellation by the Client. If the reason for cancellation is covered by the insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges.b) Cancellation by Us – We reserve the right to cancel a tour for any reason (such as failure to reach minimum tour participant numbers). Except for force majeure (as outlined in clause 4b) or the Client’s failure to pay the final balance, we will endeavour not to cancel a tour less than 60 days before departure for international and domestic tours. Unless the Client fails to pay the final balance, we will return all monies paid, excluding payment for travel insurance and administration fees. No compensation will be paid in the event of cancellation by Renaissance Tours. A full refund of monies paid for tour costs will be the full extent of our liability. Airlines may impose up to 100% cancellation charges.8. PASSPORTS, VISAS AND VACCINATIONSIt is your responsibility to be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months after the date of your return home. You are also responsible for obtaining all necessary visas, inoculations and preventative medicines as may be required for the duration of the tour. Information about these matters or related items is given in good faith but without responsibility on the part of Renaissance Tours.9. TRAVEL INSURANCEIt is highly recommended that you are covered by comprehensive travel insurance for domestic tours. However, it is a condition of travel that you are covered by comprehensive travel insurance for international tours. It is strongly recommended that you secure this insurance cover as soon as you have made a booking and have made a non-refundable payment. You can make your own arrangements or your travel insurance can be arranged by Renaissance Tours. In either case all participants must provide the following information no later than 60 days prior to commencement of travel:• a copy of your travel insurance policy (or details of master

policy)• the emergency telephone number of your insurance

company• next of kin emergency contact10. FITNESS TO PARTICIPATEMost of our tours require a MODERATE level of fitness. However, in certain destinations, or in certain seasons, or because of the nature of travel, certain tours will require an ABOVE MODERATE or CHALLENGING level of fitness. For the overall benefit of the group, at the time of booking we will require you to declare in writing that you are fit to participate in your chosen tour according to the level of fitness required for that tour. If you (or we) have any doubts about your level of fitness, you may be required to undergo a doctor’s appraisal. This would require your doctor to read the itinerary of your chosen tour, including the fitness level, and provide you (and us) with a written confirmation of your ability to participate. If we remain unsure of your suitability to travel, we reserve the right to refuse admission to the tour. Furthermore, if, after the tour has begun, it becomes apparent that you are unfit to travel on the tour, we reserve the right to invite you to withdraw from the tour at the earliest opportunity to do so. No refund will be provided.MODERATETour members must be able to:• negotiate airports and railway stations without wheelchair

assistance• use combined shower/bath facilities (it is impossible to

guarantee walk-in shower facilities)• undertake walking tours of 1-2 hours duration, including

using stairs, walking over cobblestones and other uneven surfaces

• stand for long periods in museums and other sites• embark / disembark coaches, trains and other methods of

transportation without assistance• handle your own luggage

ABOVE MODERATEIn addition to the above, tour members must also be able to:• undertake walking tours of 2-3 hours• climb staircases of 100 or more steps

CHALLENGING*In addition to the above, tour members must also be able to:• handle extremes of temperature (e.g. below 0 or above

35 degrees)• handle extremes of altitudes (e.g. 4000 metres and above)

*Please also read specific details in the relevant tour itinerary

11. ILLNESS OR DISABILITYAnyone suffering from illness or disability or undergoing treatment for any physical or medical condition must declare the true nature of that condition at the time of booking and make arrangements for the provision of any medication or other treatment which may be required during the tour. Failure to make such disclosure will constitute a breach of these booking conditions and result in such persons being excluded from the tour in which case all monies paid will be forfeited.12. LOCAL LAWSAll participants of the tours we operate are expected to obey the laws and regulations of the countries visited and any failure to do so will relieve Renaissance Tours of all obligations that they may otherwise have under these booking conditions.13. IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINTIf you have a complaint about any of the tour arrangements, you must bring it to the attention of the tour leader or other representative of Renaissance Tours at the time so that they may use their best endeavours to rectify the situation. It is only if we are made aware of any problems that there will be the opportunity to put things right. Any complaints must be made in writing to Renaissance Tours within 28 days of the completion of the tour.14. OUR RESPONSIBILITIESAll bookings are accepted on the understanding that the Client appreciates that travel does involve some risk and that they undertake all tours of their own volition.i) Renaissance Tours accepts liability should any part of the tour arrangements booked with us not be supplied as described in the brochure(s) and not be of reasonable standard. In such a case, we will pay reasonable compensation if the Client’s enjoyment of the tour has been adversely affected but will pay no compensation if there has been no fault on the part of Renaissance Tours or our suppliers and the reason for the failure in the tour arrangements was the Client’s fault, the actions of someone unconnected with the tour arrangements or could not have been foreseen or avoided by Renaissance Tours or its suppliers even if all due care had been exercised.ii) Our acceptance of liability to pay compensation pursuant to clause 11(i) is limited, in the case of air travel, rail travel, sea travel or hotel accommodation, to the amount set out in the provisions of, respectively, the Warsaw Convention as amended by the Hague Protocol 1955, the 1961 Berne Convention, the 1974 Athens Convention and the 1962 Paris Convention.iii) Our acceptance of liability in clauses 11(i) and 11(ii) above is subject to assignment by the Client to Renaissance Tours of the Client’s rights against any agent, supplier or sub-contractor of Renaissance Tours which is in any way responsible for the unsatisfactory tour arrangements.

Renaissance Tours reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions from time to time, without notice.

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Updated 30 November 2018

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